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Opportunities to join our County Team...

We have lots of exciting opportunities to get involved as a member of our county team. Our innovative spirit and ability to make things happen plays a vital role in the development of young people across South London and these available roles will give you the chance to make a big impact on the lives of young people.

All our roles have narrow, defined remits and are flexible which mean you can share them with others or approach them in a way that best suits you. This allows you more time to work in your section, group or unit whilst being part of a team that is actively supporting scouting across South London.

Our county structure consists of five areas of work or functions, these are:

PLACES

The Places Team supports the management, strategic approach and organisational development of scouting across the county at county and district level.

Development Scout Active Support Unit

Our Development Scout Active Support Unit exists to support development projects across the county. The unit is made up of people that have an interest in supporting our County Development Service and the growth of scouting across South London.

The unit works in partnership with our County Development Officer, our scout districts, scout groups, explorer scout units and local communities to support the growth of local scouting and help ensure that we continue to provide life changing adventure to even more young people.

PROGRAMME

The Programme Team supports the provision of the 6-25 programme and adventurous outdoor activities, enabling our leaders to deliver challenging, exciting and relevant balanced programmes. They are also responsible for planning and implementing our county annual programme of activities, competitions and events for young people and promote youth shaped scouting, to help ensure that young people have a regular say in shaping their scouting experiences.

Assistant County Commissioner for Beaver Scouts

As a member of our Programme Team our Assistant County Commissioner for Beaver Scouts supports the work of our leaders that work in the Beaver Scout section across the county and is responsible for working with members of the county to plan and run a number of county activities, competitions and events for Beaver Scouts in South London.

County Beaver Scout Leaders

As a member of our Programme Team our County Beaver Scout Leaders work in partnership with the Assistant County Commissioner for Beaver Scouts to support the work of our leaders that work in the Beaver Scout section across the county. As a member of the County Beaver Scout team our County Beaver Scout Leaders drive interest and work with leaders in the Beaver Scout section across the county to plan and run a number of county activities, competitions and events for Beaver Scouts in South London.

County Cub Scout Leaders

As a member of our Programme Team our County Cub Scout Leaders work in partnership with the Assistant County Commissioner for Cub Scouts to support the work of our leaders that work in the Cub Scout section across the county. As a member of the County Cub Scout team our County Cub Scout Leaders drive interest and work with leaders in the Cub Scout section across the county to plan and run a number of county activities, competitions and events for Cub Scouts in South London.

Assistant County Commissioner for Scouts

As a member of our Programme Team our Assistant County Commissioner for Scouts supports the work of our leaders that work in the Scout section across the county and is responsible for working with members of the county to plan and run a number of county activities, competitions and events for Scouts in South London.

County Scout Leaders

As a member of our Programme Team our County Scout Leaders work in partnership with the Assistant County Commissioner for Scouts to support the work of our leaders that work in the Scout section across the county. As a member of the County Scout team our County Scout Leaders drive interest and work with leaders in the Scout section across the county to plan and run a number of county activities, competitions and events for Scouts in South London.

Assistant County Commissioner for Explorer Scouts

As a member of our Programme Team our Assistant County Commissioner for Explorer Scouts supports the work of our leaders that work in the Explorer Scout section across the county and is responsible for working with members of the county to plan and run a number of county activities, competitions and events for Explorer Scouts in South London.

County Explorer Scout Leaders

As a member of our Programme Team our County Cub Scout Leaders work in partnership with the Assistant County Commissioner for Explorer Scouts to support the work of our leaders that work in the Explorer Scout section across the county. As a member of the County Explorer Scout team our County Explorer Scout Leaders drive interest and work with leaders in the Explorer Scout section across the county to plan and run a number of county activities, competitions and events for Explorer Scouts in South London.

Assistant County Commissioner for Scout Network

As a member of our Programme Team our Assistant County Commissioner for Scout Network supports our Scout Networks across the county and is responsible for working with members of the county to plan and run a number of county activities, competitions and events for Scout Network members in South London.

County Scout Network Leaders

As a member of our Programme Team our County Scout Network Leaders work in partnership with the Assistant County Commissioner for Scout Network to support the work of our adults in our Scout Networks across the county. As a member of the County Scout Network team our County Scout Network Leaders drive interest and work with members of the section across the county to plan and run a number of county activities, competitions and events for Scout Network members in South London.

Programme Support Scout Active Support Unit

Our Programme Support Scout Active Support Unit exists to help deliver our programme of events, activities and competitions. The unit is made up of people that have an interest in supporting our county level programme.

Caving Activities Scout Active Support Unit

Our Caving Activities Scout Active Support Unit exists to provide advice on caving and provide the opport-unity for our groups and units to go caving. The unit is made up of people that have an interest in and the relevant qualifications and permits to run caving activities.

Air Activities Scout Active Support Unit

Our Air Activities Scout Active Support Unit exists to provide advice on air activities and provide a programme of air activities for our groups and units. The unit is made up of people that have an interest in and the relevant qualifications and permits to run air activities.

PEOPLE

The People team is responsible for supporting our adult volunteers in specialist areas and the provision of adult training. They are also collectively responsible for inspiring our adults to be professional in their approach and in turn show a united professionally run organisation.

County Leader for Young Leaders

As our county leader for young leaders you will be responsible for coordinating, development, coaching and supporting our district explorer scout leaders for young leaders in each of our five district and assisting district explorer scout commissioners in order for our districts to develop and run a balanced, challenging and engaging recruitment, training and development programme for young leaders that is appropriate for each of our scout districts and agreed by each of our district commissioners.

Local Training Manager for Wandsworth District

This is a rewarding role which involves working with a small team to manage the training and learning provision for our adult volunteers in Wandsworth Scout District.

Local Training Managers plan and ensure the delivery of the learning provision in their Scout District so that all adults in scouting completing a Personal Learning Plan to identify their learning needs and have access to suitable learning opportunities using a variety of methods. They also act as the volunteer line manager for Training Advisors and Local Training Administrators in their District.

Wood Badge Scout Active Support Unit

Our Wood Badge Scout Active Support Unit exists to support the delivery of our annual programme of adult training and validation opportunities. The unit is made up of people that have an interest in adult training in South London.

Inclusion Support Scout Active Support Unit

Our Inclusion Support Scout Active Support Unit exists to provide advice and support on all matters relating to making Scouting accessible to all. The unit is made up of people that have skills and knowledge in this important area and provides support and guides to our managers and leaders.

International Scout Active Support Unit

Our International Scout Active Support Unit exists to provide advice on international scouting activities and occasional provides international opportunities and trips at county level for our groups and units. The unit is made up of people that have an interest in international scouting and international activities.

GOVERNANCE

Our governance is an important part of the day-to-day running of our county and exists to support the County team in meeting its responsibilities.

Our trustees, administrators and members of our sub-committees support the provision of our county services, strategy and development plan and act on matters relating to complying with the policies and rules of The Scout Association, protecting and maintaining our property and equipment, managing the county finances, promoting and supporting the development of scouting across the county and managing the South London’s Scout Centre amongst many other things.

We are currenlty reviewing our governance structure and we will post any vacancies we have soon!

PERCEPTION

The team’s collectively responsibly for promoting our brand values, delivering positive external communications, publicising scouting’s modern vibrant appeal, ensure that our communities know that scouting exists and how their children can access it.

Public Perception Scout Active Support Unit

Our Public Perception Scout Active Support Unit exists to provide advice and guidance to our districts, groups and units on all areas of communication, (internal and external) and provide and maintains the communication channels used by the county. The unit is made up of people that have an interest in social media, internal communication, public relations etc. and those that carry out a comms role for the county.